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James Parsons Obituary
He leaves his wife of 62 years, Bettyanne (Strange) Parsons; three sons, William F. of Oakham, Gary R. of Auburn Hills, MI., James W. of Sunapee, NH; a brother, William Parsons of East Brookfield; two sisters, Marilyn Brunelle of Oakham & Susan Jenson of CA; 8 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; nieces & nephews.
James was born in Detroit, MI, the son of Worth & Mary (McCord) Parsons. He owned & operated Parsons Trans. Inc. for many years and later worked for both Eagle Transportation and FT. Smith Trucking.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Jim enjoyed his boat in Sandwich, MA, where he spent time deep sea fishing and boating. He has also followed Midget Auto Racing for many years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a calling hour on Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 10-11 AM in Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 S.Bare Rd., Barre. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery in Oakham. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the Oakham Rescue Squad, 178A Barre Rd., Oakham, MA. 01068.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jim Jim
November 14, 2011
Dad, you would be happy to know all the love given to you and us at your service. And thru cards, in person and at this site. I miss your stories already and your good nature that you shared with everyone. You live within me and the rest of your family. Happy fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and Midget race car watching from heaven above.
Love your son Jim
randy 47
November 14, 2011
I will miss walking through the pits and the stands and not seeing mr parsons but he will always remain with us all at the race track. I'm sure he is already talking storys with shane!!
Susan Carpenter
November 12, 2011
Mrs. Parsons and family,
Normand are were so sorry to hear about Mr. Parsons death. He was a huge presence in the Town of Oakham and will always be known as the unofficial mayor of the Town. He always had a great story to share while making his daily rounds around Oakham checking up on the latest project. He was so proud of his grandchildren and kept us up to date on their accomplishments. What a happy guy he was. He will be missed for sure.
Greg, Tara, Kathryn and Bethany Stoehr
November 10, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim will be deeply missed. We always looked forward to seeing him at the Midget races. We pray God's comfort and peace be with you during this difficult time.
Gail Burdin
November 10, 2011
Dear Bettyanne and the rest of the Parsons family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed spending time with you and Jim and have felt so thankful to know you. We will always remember the enjoyable times we spent with you. Jim had a wonderful, friendly way about him that touch many people and made us all feel right at home from the minute we met him. Take good care of yourselves.
Love,
Kent , Gail and Abby Burdin
Keith Botelho
November 9, 2011
Sorry for your loss. I will miss talking with Jim at the races. God bless.
November 8, 2011
To the Parsons family,
Prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. I'll miss seeing Jim riding around town in his pick up truck.
God Bless Jim -Jim, Mrs.Parsons and the whole family
Joyce Mascroft
Cathy Terry
November 8, 2011
I wanted to say I am soooooo sorry for your loss, James was a big fan of my brother in law Nokie Fornor, my thoughts are with his wife and family.
Pete Falconi
November 4, 2011
My sincere condolences to Bettyann and the Parsons family. I truly enjoyed my conversations with Jim every time I saw him at the races. He had great stories about racing "way back when" and was a real fan of the sport. He will be missed. With sympathy, Pete Falconi, NEMA Announcer
Kev Parse
November 4, 2011
Thoughts and prayers are with Bettyann and the entire Parsons family. I honestly can't remember a conversation where Jim didn't leave me with a smile. Very sorry for your loss.
Deb Marvuglio
November 4, 2011
Jim could light up a room and I will always remember his special affection to NEMA and our many talks. Betty Anne, please know that he is in the Kingdom of Heaven with some great racers and friends. Believe, Deb Marvuglio
November 4, 2011
Bettyanne,
Sincere sympathy and prayers for you and your family. The Strange family has always had a special place in the hearts of the Lane family.
God Love you,
Edith(Lane)Hubacz
November 4, 2011
Bettann and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Many wonderful memories of Jim, especially his warm smile and sense of humor. With love, Catherine "Deedee" Ericson
Tony Jones
November 3, 2011
Gary,
You are in my thoughts and prayers...as is your family...i love you... Tjones
November 3, 2011
dear gary and the rest of the parson family.
our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of mourning.
it sounds like your father enjoyed his life immensely.
god bless his soul.
with deepest sympathy
si vacratsis and family.
Geoff Upward
November 3, 2011
Gary and family -- so sorry for your loss. I never met Mr. Parsons, but I sure heard some good stories. You will be in my thoughts during this tough time.
Lawrence Murray
November 3, 2011
Dear Mrs Parsons, Gary and the Rest of the Family:
We are very sorry for Your Loss.
We hope and pray the Mr. Parsons will be able to fish and hunt in eternity with Our Lord and His Son, our Saviour.
God Bless
Lawrence, Kathie, Erika, Heather, Lawrence IV and the Rest of The Murray Clan.
Eric Pogue
November 3, 2011
Dear Parsons Family, on behalf of the Oakland University Soccer team and the Oakland University Athletic Department, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr. Parsons was a great man that lived a long and wonderful life. All those whose lives he touched are better off for it. I was honored to meet him a few years back.
Eric Pogue---Gary's long time assistant coach at Oakland
November 3, 2011
Mrs. Parsons : I am sorry for your loss. I only knew him for a brief period but he always knew how to entertain me and make me smile. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Tori Bourgeois (West Brookfield,MA)
November 3, 2011
Virginia and I wish to extend our condolences to you, Susan and to you Marilyn. It is such a loss.
My e-mail: [email protected]. After so long it would be so nice to hear from you girls. Judy Foley Thomasian
Stacy Cabral
November 3, 2011
Dear Mrs. Parsons and Family: Our family was so sad to hear of Mr. Parsons passing. We loved him very much and loved having him at the races cheering Randy on. We will miss him very, very much. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Stacy Cabral and the entire Cabral Family
rip & ruby hardsog
November 3, 2011
rip & ruby hardsog; jim was a good friend
we had many great times together, we will keep him and the whole family in our hearts
November 2, 2011
Dear Bettyanne and family, I'm so sorry to hear abt Jim. He was a great guy! He will be missed by many. Love and Best, Ellen Hardsog Howard
Kathy Parse
November 2, 2011
Grandpa Jim knew how to entertain a crowd, always sharing stories and making people laugh.
I will miss looking at him napping at Jaime's house with a room full of kids running around
him. I enjoyed watching he and Bettyanne dancing, not missing a beat. He has shown all of us
how to live life to the fullest, he will be missed by all.
Susan Mart
November 2, 2011
Dear Mrs. Parsons, Jimmy and Family,
Sorry to hear the sad news. Our family sends love and prayers your way. I'm sure you will all have many great memories to share to keep him close at heart. We will be thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Love from The Ruddy Families, Bev, Elaine, Butchie, Forrest, Carole and Susan
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